Malta’s Start Up Festival Week 2025 is set to take place from 20th to 24th October, featuring five full days of innovation and global collaboration.
The Pitch Black competition, designed for early-stage startups, will be a key component of the festival, providing participants the opportunity to present their businesses to experts.
Pitch Black 2025 introduces a semi-final round, showcasing 14 startups competing for a spot in the final, offering prizes beyond capital for winners in the pre-seed and seed categories.
Applications for both pre-seed and seed categories are open until 17 July 2025, with winners receiving packages valued at over €125,000 and €350,000, respectively.